This is an introductory, noncalculus-based course in thermodynamics for engineering technologists.
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To provide the student with important fundamental knowledge regarding energy dynamics (as thermodynamics might be more aptly called) in the discipline of mechanical engineering technology. The mechanical field rests heavily upon the science, production, conversion, and use of energy. There are many applications of the science of energy; it is also a critical topic of discussion in the 21st century. That power plants (including vehicle engines and electricity-producing stations), heating, ventilation, airconditioning, and refrigeration technologies, the effects of combustion on the environment, applications of heat flows and transfer mechanisms, among other applications, are extremely important in the modern era, is a fact to which we all can attest. Such matters comprise the subject of thermodynamics, or more aptly put, energy dynamics.
Requirements for Completion:
Completion of all units
Successful completion of all course assessment tasks, including coursework tests, problem sets, and a special assignment.
Successful completion of the final examination.
Assessment
Your final grade for this course will be determined as follows:
Homework and quizzes 15%,
Special assignment 15%,
Midterm test 30%, and
Final exam 40%.
Time Commitment:
3 lecture hrs., 1 problem-solving hr., and 6 self-study hrs. per week
To be successful in this course, you will need to work consistently to complete weekly tasks and assignments. If you are enrolled in this class through your school, this course may be scheduled into your normal timetable.
How it works
For each unit, you will be given a basic introduction. Underneath the introduction is a series of readings, assignments and problem sets you will work through. You can interact with your instructor through the weekly forum or through the scheduled live online sessions, or through other means that may be arranged. You will be required to complete a number of written assignments and quizzes throughout the course. Your course instructor will explain how you will complete and submit this work.
Sometime during the second half of the term, you will be required to work on your special assignment, which you must finish by the last day of classes. You will be required to make a short presentation of the results of your "research" and submit a report for grading on the last day of classes, or as instructed. The presentation may be done, if you wish, with the aid of PowerPoint; and the report may be submitted electronically. See more details in the "MTEC 224 Special Assignment" description on the main page.
At the end of the course, you will take a final examination, and will be asked to complete a course evaluation that we hope will help us to improve the future content and delivery of this course.
Tips/Suggestions:
Get your notebook ready when working through the lessons. It is helpful to take notes and to work through problems by hand. You will find that you improve much more quickly the more you work through problems for yourself.
Collaboration with your colleagues on how to solve the problems in the problem sets is encouraged. However, such collaboration will not be permitted on any of the quizzes, the midterm test, and the final exam.
If there is a problem on the screen write it out in your notebook and work through it. Always try the problems for yourself before looking up the solution. Whatever you do, never give up even if you feel you are completely stumped. Don't hesitate to ask for help!
Schedule your study time in advance and try as best as you can to stick to that schedule.
Continually test yourself on what you have retained and how well you understand the concepts.
Allow yourself ample time after the midterm to complete your special assignment.
You may also wish to create a reflective journal to extend your learning.
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Text: Kurt C. Rolle
Thermodynamics and Heat Power
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Basic Thermodynamics (First Law)
Reversibility & Irreversibility
For homework problems, see Course Schedule at a Glance.
Other Learning Resources
LRC WebSite (1) LRC Website (2)
Khan Academy NPTEL (The National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning)
This BLOG (UB MET Students -- link below) has been created for you on Google to join in receiving and sharing information relevant to the course with your peers:
"UB MET Students" Blog
Read the notes for Week 1.
Attend the online lectures/tutorials.
Solve the homework problems for Week 1
(Assigned problems may be found in "Course Schedule at a Glance", in the "Course Introduction" section at the top of this page.)
Videos
3 Search for How Jet Engines Work
4 How Car Engine Works | Autotechlabs
5 Search for How Automobile Engines Work
6 Two-stroke engine - How it works! (Animation) by Thomas Sokwenke
7 Search how does a 2 stroke engine work
8 How does a carburetor work? Smarter Every day #259
Recorded Sessions
Basic Concepts 2 Work and Heat 1
Read the notes for Week 2.
Attend the online lectures/tutorials.
Solve the homework problems for Week 2.
(Assigned problems may be found in "Course Schedule at a Glance", in the "Course Introduction" section at the top of this page.)
Recorded Sessions
Work and Heat 2, Reversibility Work and Heat 3, Reversibility 2
Read the notes for Week 3.
Attend the online lectures/tutorials.
Solve the homework problems for Week 3.
(Assigned problems may be found in "Course Schedule at a Glance", in the "Course Introduction" section at the top of this page.)
Take Quiz 1
Recorded Session: Conservation of Mass, First Law of Thermodynamics 1
Read the notes for Week 4.
Attend the online lectures/tutorials.
Solve the homework problems for Week 4.
(Assigned problems may be found in "Course Schedule at a Glance", in the "Course Introduction" section at the top of this page.)
Videos
1 The Science Behind Tesla's Million-Mile Battery!
Recorded Sessions
First Law of Thermodynamics 2 First Law of Thermodynamics 3
Read the notes for Week 5.
Attend the online lectures/tutorials.
Solve the homework problems for Week 5.
(Assigned problems may be found in "Course Schedule at a Glance", in the "Course Introduction" section at the top of this page.)
Videos, etc.
1 Refrigeration Cycle Tutorial (AC Service TECH LLC)
2 Commercial Refrigeration 101: How does the Refrigeration Cycle Work? (FFD)
4 Introduction to Engineering & Technology (2017)
Recorded Sessions
Equations of State and Calorimetry 1 Equations of State and Calorimetry 2
Read the notes for Week 6.
Attend the online lectures/tutorials.
Solve the homework problems for Week 6.
(Assigned problems may be found in "Course Schedule at a Glance", in the "Course Introduction" section at the top of this page.)
I need my transmission serviced... No sir you need it rebuilt! Show you why & how to make it better.
Customer built it and it worked, but quit moving 1000 miles on vacation... What happened you ask???
Recorded Session
Equations of State and Calorimetry 3, Review
Read the notes for Week 7.
Attend the online lectures/tutorials.
Solve the homework problems for Week 7.
(Assigned problems may be found in "Course Schedule at a Glance", in the "Course Introduction" section at the top of this page.)
Recorded Session: Processes 1 (2021)
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What Are Dual Overhead Cams? (How Stuff Works)
Car Engine Pictures (How Stuff Works)
Recorded Sessions:
Processes 1 Processes 2 Processes 2 (2021) Processes 3 (2021)
Read the notes for Week 9.
Attend the online lectures/tutorials.
Solve the homework problems for Week 9.
(Assigned problems may be found in "Course Schedule at a Glance", in the "Course Introduction" section at the top of this page.)
Begin research for your "Special Assignment".
Recorded Sessions:
Processes 3 Processes 4 Processes 4 (2021) Processes 5 (2021)
Read the notes for Week 10.
Attend the online lectures/tutorials.
Solve the homework problems for Week 10.
(Assigned problems may be found in "Course Schedule at a Glance", in the "Course Introduction" section at the top of this page.)
Continue research on your "Special Assignment".
Recorded Session:
The Second Law 1 Processes 6 + Second Law 1 (2021)
Take Quiz 2.
Read the notes for Week 11.
Attend the online lectures/tutorials.
Solve the homework problems for Week 11.
(Assigned problems may be found in "Course Schedule at a Glance", in the "Course Introduction" section at the top of this page.)
Continue research on your "Special Assignment".
Recorded Sessions
The Second Law 2 and The Carnot Cycle 1 Carnot Cycle 1 (2021)
Read the notes for Week 12.
Attend the online lectures/tutorials.
Solve the homework problems for Week 12.
(Assigned problems may be found in "Course Schedule at a Glance", in the "Course Introduction" section at the top of this page.)
Continue research on and begin the writeup of your "Special Assignment".
Recorded Session: Carnot Cycle 2 (2021)
Read the notes for Week 13.
Attend the online lectures/tutorials.
Solve the homework problems for Week 13.
(Assigned problems may be found in "Course Schedule at a Glance", in the "Course Introduction" section at the top of this page.)
Take Quiz 3.
Complete the writeup of the results of your "Special Assignment" and prepare your presentation.
Recorded Sessions
Review 1 Review 2 & Presentations Presentations 2021
Miscellaneous topics and review
Online class presentations (of "Special Assignment")
Submit your report of your "Special Assignment".
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